FISHING STORIES: Fish Bit Still Despite the Weather Chill! (April 8, 2016)

Friday April 8, 2016 was our second fishing trip of the year! A few of us (Tyric, Joshua, Russel, and Dr. Park) got to fish local waters yesterday. We fished a couple of spots in Nyack and Piermont. In total, we landed a big White Catfish, a few decent-sized White Perch, and several small Striped Bass. All fish were caught and released. We are hoping to see some big Striped Bass soon!
 

Congrats to Tyric, club member, for catching (and releasing) the biggest fish thus far of our 2016 trips! He landed this hefty White Catfish (Ameirus catus) at Nyack Memorial Park. The fish pushed 3.5lbs!

Fish Fact: The White Catfish (Ameiurus catus) is a freshwater catfish that can tolerate brackish water, which is characteristic to this part of the Hudson River. These fish have eight barbels, a forked tail, and a paler complexion than other local catfish species (e.g., bullhead, channel catfish). Like other catfish, white catfish are scaleless with specialized "taste" receptors on their skin. These fish breed in the Spring, and females lay eggs encased in a gelatinous mass that is attached to burrows or crevices. Males guard and care for the eggs, by fanning them and removing debris. 

Quotes of the Day
- "I learn something new every time I go fishing." -Russel

- "Fishing is cool." - Joshua

- "That's a Big fish!" -Tyric